Torquay, Regency Coast and Riviera

Explore the stunning South Coast on this delightful short break! From our base in Torquay – the premier resort of the English Riviera – we discover the elegant town of Sidmouth, which is a fine Regency town where so many of the period town houses remain intact as they were in the 19th century. Take in even more of this spectacular region with our excursions to picturesque Brixham and charming Kingswear. Why not join our optional excursions to Plymouth and Dartmoor and tick even more destinations off your list?

5 days from £379pp

Single Room Supplement from £29pp

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Your Tour Includes

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Itinerary

Local departure by coach or Home Connect service then on to Torquay for a four-night stay.

Included Meals

  • Dinner

Visit Regency Sidmouth, a town set on the spectacular Jurassic Coast. Sidmouth has been a popular destination for centuries and a resort that Queen Victoria enjoyed as a child. There are many royal connections here and it is a delight to stroll along the beautiful seafront.

We continue to call at seaside Exmouth. One of the oldest and most picturesque towns in Devon, Exmouth is the gateway to the Jurassic Coast and there are two miles of sandy beaches, a bustling town centre and plenty of cafés and restaurants to enjoy.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Included Highlights

  • Exmouth
  • Sidmouth

Enjoy a day at leisure in Torquay, with free time to explore this popular UK holiday resort. Or, why not join our optional excursion crossing the wilds of Dartmoor National Park to reach maritime Plymouth?

We travel via Princetown, the highest town on the moor, as we take in the scenery and stories of this remote region, before arriving in Plymouth - Britain's Ocean City. From tales of Sir Francis Drake and the Spanish Armada, to the sailing of the Mayflower and the rebuilding of the city after World War II, there is so much history to discover in the waterfront Barbican area of the city. Alternatively, the city centre has been modernised and provides all the high street stores and popular cafés you'd expect!

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Optional Excursions

  • Plymouth and Dartmoor

The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.

Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in sterling (cash payments only).

Life in Brixham centres around the beautiful harbour, where colourful houses overlook the heritage trawlers heading out to sea for the catch of the day. Enjoy some of the freshest seafood to be found in the country at one of the cafés and restaurants, or why not visit a fascinating art gallery?

We continue to the pretty village of Kingswear, which is nestled on the banks of the River Dart. Meander the quaint streets or perhaps take the historic foot ferry (payable locally) to Dartmouth and enjoy the beautiful views of both river banks, Dartmouth Castle and the open sea.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Included Highlights

  • Brixham
  • Kingswear

Return home.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast

Single Room Supplement from £29.00 (5 days).

Accommodation

You will stay for four nights at the 3-star TLH Derwent Hotel in Torquay or the 3-star Anchorage Hotel in Babbacombe which is just 2 miles from Torquay.

TLH Derwent

TLH Derwent

Situated right in the heart of Torquay, the TLH Derwent is an amazing choice for a stay in the English Riviera! Lively and informal, the hotel boasts contemporary décor, a relaxed atmosphere and a friendly team who’ll make sure your stay lives up to expectations. The spacious and bright restaurant serves an extensive buffet of tasty dishes for both breakfast and dinner, whilst the Med Bar provides the perfect spot for a pre-dinner drink and also has a small darts area and coverage of major sporting events. If evening entertainment takes your fancy, you’re in luck – the hotel is home to the Starlight Lounge, which hosts a variety of acts including comedians and musicians. And, with excellent leisure facilities including an indoor and outdoor pool, gym and wellness centre, you’re in for a treat when staying here.

Location: Belgrave Road, Torquay, TQ2 5HS

Hotel Facilities

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General
  • 3 Star
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Indoor Swimming Pool
  • Lift
  • Sauna or Steam Room
Room
  • Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Shower or Bath
  • Free Wifi
Accessibility
  • Disabled Rooms Available
Hotel
  • Swimming Pool
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Lift
  • WiFi Available
Anchorage Hotel

Anchorage Hotel

This family-run hotel is located just a few minutes walk away from the many beautiful beaches in South Devon. The Anchorage hotel offers an outdoor heated swimming pool (seasonal) and a restaurant.

Location: Aveland Road Babbacombe, Torquay, TQ1 3PT

Hotel Facilities

Need further information? Fill in our enquiry form and we'll get back to you as soon as we can

Room
  • TV
  • Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
  • Shower or Bath
  • Free Wifi
General
  • Restaurant
Accessibility
  • Ground Floor Rooms on Request
Hotel
  • Restaurant
  • WiFi Available

Single Room Supplements

Single Room Supplement from £29

Reviews

3.7 Out of 5 ( 7 Reviews )

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Quality

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Value for Money

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Lorrain Neal, 0 years ago

Good facilities but wasn't pre warned it was a family hotel & with Children runni g around being very vocal . Maybe not an Horel choice to place a group of elderly people 🤔 The Torvay Hotel is more appropriate

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Mr Geoffrey Lee, 0 years ago

Driver was not very social

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RAY OLDS, 0 years ago

Nice hotel. Good food. Disappeared that some of the trips were cancelled. Great driver, very helpful

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Trevor Wilson, 0 years ago

Okay but were some delay on cases, toilet inadequate, otherwise was alright.

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Janet Horder, 0 years ago

The holiday overall was enjoyable. I liked the outings.I liked that I could ask the driver for time to be back on the coach as I got off. Sometimes I just couldn't remember

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